The successful candidate must possess a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior leadership role in a library or related institution. Experience obtained in a health sciences environment is preferred, but academic or special library experience will also be considered.

Overview of Position

The University of the West Indies (UWI) St. Augustine Campus Libraries seeks an energetic, service-oriented and progressive professional to serve as the Head, Medical Sciences Library (MSL). The incumbent serves as a member of the Senior Management Team of the St. Augustine Campus Libraries, and the Executive Committee of the Faculty Medical Sciences (FMS). Working with the Campus Librarian and the Dean, FMS, the incumbent establishes strategic goals and objectives, determines enterprise wide activities and collaborations, interprets and initiates policy, and is responsible for the overall development of the MSL. This leadership position provides unique opportunities for a creative individual to help bring innovation from concept to practice.

Primary Responsibilities

Participating in the development and execution of strategic plans and roadmaps

Working closely with the Campus Librarian and Dean, FMS in library- and university-wide initiatives

Representing the Library on campus committees

Managing recruitment, hiring, orientation, supervision, training, and evaluation of professional and support staff of the MSL

Ensuring the provision of quality services to the FMS, coordinating the assessment and impact of services and developing/recommending new service models or services

Overseeing the development of a core collection of print and online resources

Directing the development of user education programmes and tools to support the evolving curriculum and research of the Faculty

Personal Attributes

The Campus Libraries places high priority on individuals who can work well in a team and student-friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential. Candidates must also possess:

Advanced leadership and management capabilities as well as specialised technical/professional skills.
The ability to define high-level objectives and ensure their translation into practical implementation strategies, and provide a clear sense of direction in a sometimes uncertain environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to work and to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Evidence of active participation, involvement, and leadership in national, regional, or international professional or scholarly associations.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in medical and academic librarianship, and higher education

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the University Registrar, Office of Administration, The University of the West Indies, Regional Headquarters, Mona, Jamaica, W.I., Fax No. 1-876-977-1422; e-mail: oadmin@uwimona.edu.jm. Three (3) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms can be obtained at http://www.uwi.edu/, Job Opportunities section. Further particulars including remuneration package can be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the University Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University

The Librarian of the UTCWI's Library is responsible for the overall management and administration of the library involving the following -:

Collection development and organization.

Development and Delivery of effective public services (e.g., research support for students and faculty and other clients) by providing library and information literacy instruction sessions, or guidance and assistance in using appropriate search strategies to satisfy their religion, theology and other information needs .

Exploitation and introduction of emerging technologies designed to provide effective organization, management and delivery of library services in the modern information environment.

Development of an annual expenditure plan based on collection development goals and the assessment of the library's equipment and other needs.

Preparation, submission and justification of the Library budget, including requests for additional funding that reflect changes to the Library’s academic programs or equipment needs.

Demonstrate knowledge of library work in an increasingly digital environment and offer suggestions as to how emerging technologies may be adapted by UTCWI

Be proficient in the use of appropriate Information Technology applications

Be a successful manager with team building knowledge and skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate should possess-:

a) Bachelor’s Degree in Library and Information Studies with a minimum of three (3) years experience managing or working in a library, OR

b) Master in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) with a minimum of 2 years experience managing or working in a Library, OR

c) Master of Arts in Library and Information Studies (MALIS) AND

d) Knowledge of theological and religious studies and related fields

INFORMATION ABOUT THE UTCWI

The United Theological College of the West Indies (UTCWI) is an ecumenical seminary training male and female clergy and laity for Protestant denominations throughout the Caribbean, Founded in 1966, it is located adjacent to University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona campus . It is affiliated to the University of the West Indies, forming the Department of Theology in the Faculty of Humanities and Education. UTCWI offers eight major academic programmes including certification at the Licentiate, Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degree levels, five of which lead to University of the West Indies awards, two to its own awards, and one offered jointly with Columbia Theological Seminary located in Georgia, USA. It is owned and operated by six (6) Denominations representing, Anglicans ( Diocese of Jamaica & The Cayman Islands) Baptists (The Jamaica Baptist Union), Lutheran,, MCCA ( Methodist Church in the Caribbean and Americas) , Moravian and the United Church in Jamaica and The Cayman Islands

Letters of application including a full C.V and the names and contact details of 2 referees should be addressed to The Administration Office, (Attention Miss Pat Dale) United Theological College of the West Indies, 7 Golding Avenue, Kingston 7, and be sent no later than June 30, 2017 to the following e-mail address-: presutcwisecretary@gmail.com

The University of the West Indies (Mona), Library is seeking innovative, energetic and dynamic Deputy Librarians who work closely with the Campus Librarian and Library staff to achieve transformational change and to foster a culture of collaboration and communication.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess at least a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in leadership and management. The applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to research and scholarship and have a leadership style that is consultative and inclusive.

Duties and Responsibilities

The position provides strong leadership and strategic direction in the development and delivery of all technical and technology-related services, and the incumbent has overall responsibility for all aspects of Library collections to support teaching and research, including acquisition, cataloguing, metadata creation, digital initiatives, scholarly communication, and data management. The incumbent will provide vision, direction and leadership in matters to redefine collections, technical services, preservation and digital services in the context of emerging trends in these areas. The incumbent will:

Be responsible for the management, coordination and direction of collection development, technical services, digital initiatives and library systems

Formulate library policies and procedures based on current and emerging trends in academic library operations in keeping with the academic priorities of the Mona Campus

Work with Heads of Technical Services and Systems to provide vision, direct and lead in matters to redefine collections, technology use and , preservation

Provide leadership regarding the development of collections in all formats

Interpret issues with regards to current trends and developments in library technical services and communicate these to the Campus Librarian

Provide leadership and strategic direction in digital initiatives including the creation and maintenance of a Digital Centre

Develop strategic directions and work closely with relevant Library staff including the Deputy Librarian Public and Outreach Services to ensure coordinated handling of all aspects of technical services and library information systems

Plan new projects and activities including new initiatives in Technical and Digital Initiatives

Work with the Head of Systems for all matters in relation to evaluation and maintenance of the Integrated Library System

Work with the Preservation and Conservation Librarian in the management of the Bindery, including income generating activities

Collaborate with the Deputy Librarian, Public and Outreach Services, and Special Projects, regarding disaster and emergency management, and occupational health and safety, and liaise with the safety and security management consultants

Assist the Campus Librarian in managing, directing and monitoring the activities of standing and ad hoc committees, teams, etc.

Detailed application giving i) full particulars of qualifications and experience, biodata; and ii) the names, titles, mailing and e-mail addresses, fax and telephone numbers of three (3) referees should be sent as soon as possible to the: UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR, OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION, THE VICE CHANCELLERY, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES, MONA, KINGSTON 7, JAMAICA, W.I. ATTEN: Mrs Deon Nicely-Simpson, E-mail: (oadmin@uwimona.edu.jmOR deon.simpson@uwimona.edu.jm) or Fax: (876) 977-1422.

Further particulars of the post including full details of the remuneration package may be obtained from the Office of Administration by contacting us on – Fax: (876) 977-1422; or E-mail: (oadmin@uwimona.edu.jm). The Further Particulars may also be obtained from our website at (http://www.uwi.edu).

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the post of:Deputy Librarian, Public and Outreach Services, and Special Projects

The University of the West Indies (Mona), Library is seeking innovative, energetic and dynamic Deputy Librarians who work closely with the Campus Librarian and Library staff to achieve transformational change and to foster a culture of collaboration and communication.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess at least a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in leadership and management. The applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to research and scholarship and have a leadership style that is consultative and inclusive.

Duties and Responsibilities

This role provides strategic and operational leadership in the development, management and delivery of excellent and sustainable services to support the teaching, learning and research of the University community, as well as leadership in the creation and execution of special projects and initiatives. The incumbent will work with Heads of Branches, the Head of Public Services, and the Coordinator of the Mona Information Literacy Unit (MILU), to provide leadership in areas of public services, teaching/learning and outreach, assessment, and user experience, and will:

Provide leadership for all Public Service and Outreach activities of the Mona Library and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence in service

Create and lead in the execution of Library policies and procedures based upon current and emerging trends in academic library operations

Work with Heads of Branches and the Head of Public Services to create and support the execution of traditional and cutting edge services designed to meet the current and future needs of patrons and advance the strategic objectives of the Library

Provide vision and leadership for various outreach activities and coordinate the development of a comprehensive marketing and advocacy programme

Have primary responsibility for grant-writing, and developing projects and activities including new initiatives

Lead in the development of collaborative Campus partnerships with units, e.g. the Department of Library and Information Studies (DLIS), and Mona Office of Research and Innovation (MORI)

Interact with internal and external stakeholders with regards to special projects

Assist with the supervision of professional staff with respect to hiring, deployment, job descriptions, appraisal, and career development

Advise and assist the Campus Librarian in the formulation of strategic direction in relation to facilities and space management

Assist the Campus Librarian in managing, directing and monitoring the activities of standing and ad hoc committees, teams, etc.

Detailed application giving i) full particulars of qualifications and experience, biodata; and ii) the names, titles, mailing and e-mail addresses, fax and telephone numbers of three (3) referees should be sent as soon as possible to the: UNIVERSITY REGISTRAR, OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION, THE VICE CHANCELLERY, UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES, MONA, KINGSTON 7, JAMAICA, W.I. ATTEN: Mrs Deon Nicely-Simpson, E-mail:(oadmin@uwimona.edu.jm OR deon.simpson@uwimona.edu.jm) or Fax: (876) 977-1422

Further particulars of the post including full details of the remuneration package may be obtained from the Office of Administration by contacting us on – Fax: (876) 977-1422; or E-mail: (oadmin@uwimona.edu.jm). The Further Particulars may also be obtained from our website at (http://www.uwi.edu).

Interested officers must send their applications through their Permanent Secretaries or Heads of Department for endorsement/recommendation and submission to The Director of Personnel Administration, Service Commissions Department no later than 30th December, 2016 to:

Cipriani Plaza, 52-58 Woodford Street, Newtown, Port of Spain

or

Wilson Road, Scarborough, Tobago

For further details, officers wishing to apply can access the Notice of Vacancy, Application Forms, Job Specification and the Application Checklist at the Service Commissions Department and on the website at: www.scd.org.tt

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